Jenny Lake

Jenny Lake

Infobox_lake
lake_name = Jenny Lake
image_lake = Jenny Lake1.jpg
caption_lake =
image_bathymetry =
caption_bathymetry =
location = Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
coords = coord|43|45.83|N|110|43.81|W|region:US_type:waterbody|display=inline,title
type = Moraine-dammed lake
inflow = Cascade Creek
outflow = Cottonwood Creek
Snake River
catchment =
basin_countries = United States
length = 2.2 mi (3.5 km)
width = 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
area = 1,075 acres (435 ha)
depth =
max-depth = 260 ft (79 m)
volume =
shore =
elevation = 6,783 ft (2,067 m)
islands =
cities =

Jenny Lake is located in Grand Teton National Park in the U.S. state of Wyoming. The lake was formed approximately 12,000 years ago by glaciers pushing rock debris which carved Cascade Canyon during the last glacial maximum, forming a terminal moraine which now impounds the lake. The lake is estimated to be 260 feet (79 m) deep and encompasses 226 acres (0.9 km²). Jenny Lake is considered to be a major focal point in Grand Teton National Park, with many hiking trails, scenic boat rides and a quick access to the major climbing routes into the tallest peaks of the Teton Range.


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